How to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes

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Compare train and bus for Toulouse to Nîmes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $54.

Distance: 146 miles (235 km)

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$54

Average price

$29

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$96

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3h 25m

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2h 55m

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4h 52m

Average total duration

4h 22m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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SNCF | Intercités

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Compare ways to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes

Compare the available ways to get from Toulouse to Nîmes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $29 (€24).

This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Nîmes:

A bus is $25 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Nîmes costing on average $54 (€45).

The fastest way to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Toulouse and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Toulouse to Nîmes among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 5m faster (2h 55m by train vs 3h 0m by car) and roughly $43 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 (€45) vs $96 (€81)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Toulouse to Nîmes

How to get from Toulouse to Nîmes by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:15 PM4h20
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    2:35 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:15 PM4h20
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    2:35 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | Intercités4655+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876412
    8:42 AM3h04
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    11:46 AMNîmes station
    $691One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876207
    4:46 PM3h24
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    8:10 PMNîmes station
    $601One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876209 · 876406
    6:20 AM3h26
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    9:46 AMNîmes station
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876263 · 876432
    7:20 PM3h26
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    10:46 PMNîmes station
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:40 AM3h45
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    10:25 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 PM4h40
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    1:50 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3187
    6:30 AM4h20
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    10:50 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Toulouse to Nîmes

Travel to Nîmes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Toulouse to Nîmes.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Toulouse and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $29 (€24).

This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Nîmes:

A bus is $25 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Nîmes costing on average $54 (€45).

The fastest way to travel from Toulouse to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 52m.

The distance from Toulouse to Nîmes is approximately 146 miles (235 km).
The average frequency per day from Toulouse to Nîmes is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Toulouse and Nîmes as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Toulouse to Nîmes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau and arrive in Nîmes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Toulouse to Nîmes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa to go to Nîmes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nîmes by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Toulouse to Nîmes with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
  • 6 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Toulouse to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Montpellier, Marseille, Avignon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nîmes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nîmes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nîmes, you can attend a live performance at the Théâtre de Nîmes, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic city center, or visit the Carré d'Art, a contemporary art museum and library. Experience local cuisine at the bustling Les Halles de Nîmes market or take a day trip to the nearby Pont du Gard, a stunning Roman aqueduct. Explore best sights like Arènes de Nîmes, a well-preserved Roman amphitheater, Maison Carrée with its impressive Corinthian columns, the historic Jardins de la Fontaine, and Tour Magne for panoramic city views. Don't miss the Musée de la Romanité, showcasing Roman history and artifacts.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Nîmes, allowing time to visit its Roman monuments like the Arena and Maison Carrée, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.

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